Consent and GDPR Compliance Policy

This Consent and GDPR Compliance Policy outlines how the personal data of users interacting with this personal blog, which does not offer any products or services for sale, is collected, used, and protected, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR – EU Regulation 2016/679).

1. Data Controller

The data controller is the owner of the blog. For any questions regarding the processing of your personal data or this policy, you can contact us via the email address provided in the contact section of the blog.

2. Data Collected

This blog only collects personal data voluntarily provided by users, which may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Any information shared in comments on the blog posts
  • Information provided through contact forms

The data is processed in compliance with GDPR for specific and legitimate purposes, as described below.

3. Purpose of Data Processing

The personal data provided by users will be processed for the following purposes:

  • To respond to inquiries, requests, or communications sent through the contact form
  • To manage participation in blog comments
  • To send updates or newsletters, if the user has voluntarily subscribed
  • To improve the browsing experience on the blog through the use of cookies and analytics tools

4. Legal Basis for Data Processing

The processing of personal data is based on one of the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: The user has explicitly consented to the processing of their personal data (e.g., submitting a contact form).
  • Legitimate interest: Data may be processed for the legitimate interests of managing the blog and improving the user’s experience.

5. How Consent is Collected

Consent is explicitly collected through specific forms (e.g.,  contact forms). Users can withdraw their consent at any time by contacting the data controller at the email address provided on the website.

6. Data Retention

Personal data will be retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected and to comply with legal obligations. If a user withdraws their consent, the data will be deleted, unless required by legal obligations.

7. Sharing of Data

Personal data will not be sold or shared with third parties, except for the following purposes:

  • Service providers: We may share data with third-party service providers necessary for the operation of the blog, such as email marketing platforms or hosting services, which are bound by confidentiality obligations and GDPR compliance.
  • Legal obligations: We may share data in response to legal obligations or legitimate requests from competent authorities.

8. User Rights

In accordance with the GDPR, users have the right to:

  • Access: Request access to their personal data held by us.
  • Rectification: Request corrections to any inaccuracies in their personal data.
  • Erasure (Right to be forgotten): Request the deletion of their personal data.
  • Restriction of processing: Request the restriction of the processing of their personal data.
  • Data portability: Receive their data in a structured, machine-readable format.
  • Objection: Object to the processing of their data for legitimate reasons.
  • Withdraw consent: Withdraw their consent at any time without affecting the legality of the processing based on the consent previously given.

To exercise these rights, users can send a request to the email address provided on the website.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The blog uses technical cookies and analytics tools to improve the browsing experience and collect anonymous statistical data. Users can manage their cookie preferences through their browser settings. For more information on the use of cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

10. Data Security

We adopt appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect users’ personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or destruction. However, no electronic transmission or storage system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute data security.

11. Changes to this Policy

This Consent and GDPR Compliance Policy may be subject to changes or updates. Users will be informed of any changes via the website. We encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed about any updates.

12. Contact

For any questions regarding this policy or to exercise your rights, please contact us at: gq@giovannaquestioni.com